Dr. David Jaffe, MD
General Dermatology
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David Jaffe, MD is a board-certified dermatologist providing medical dermatology care to patients in Maryland at Tideway Dermatology.. Dr. Jaffe specializes in medical and surgical treatment of all conditions pertaining to the skin, hair and nails.
Dr. Jaffe opened Tideway Dermatology in 1994 and enjoys serving patients of all ages in its Bel Air and Havre de Grace offices.
About Dr. David Jaffe, MD
Board Certified by and a Fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology, Dr. David Jaffe has authored numerous journal articles and has served as a Clinical Instructor at UMD's Department of Dermatology since 1995.
Dr. Jaffe is a member of several esteemed professional organizations and institutions.
- Maryland Derm Society
- New Mexico Medical Society
- American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)
- Medical and Chirurgical Society of Maryland
- Maryland Skin Cancer Coalition
- American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Inc. (ASLMS)
- Harford County Medical Society
- Harford Memorial Hospital
- Community Health Assessment Project, Harford County
Patient Education Resources
Truncal acne, which refers to acne that occurs on the trunk of the body (such as the chest and back), may require a slightly different treatment approach than facial acne. This is because the skin on ...
A dermatologist can make you appear more youthful by using a variety of treatments, such as:Topical creams and serums that contain ingredients like retinoids and hyaluronic acid to improve skin textur...
Actinic keratoses (AKs) are precancerous skin lesions that can develop into squamous cell carcinoma, a type of skin cancer. Treatment options for AKs include:Cryotherapy: This procedure involves freez...
Botulinum toxin is a type of neurotoxin that is used for a variety of cosmetic and medical purposes. There are several different types of botulinum toxin available on the market, each with their own u...
There are several medications that can be used to treat acne, including:Topical retinoids (e.g. tretinoin, adapalene)Topical antibiotics (e.g. clindamycin, erythromycin)Topical benzoyl peroxideOral an...
Education & Training
Dr. Jaffe graduated from Yale University cum laude with in degree in Psychology prior to receiving his medical degree (MD) from Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) School of Medicine. He then completed his dermatology residency at the University of Maryland School of Medicine in Baltimore where he served as Chief Resident Professional Affiliations
Professional Affiliations
David F. Jaffe, M.D., P.A.
We treat patients of all ages – from infants to older adults. Whether it’s a common or rare skin condition, or problems with your nails, hair, or scalp, our dermatologists work with every patient to provide treatment options for every patient’s unique circumstances.